MNM chief Kamal Haasan files nomination for Rajya Sabha in presence of CM Stalin
The Hindu
Kamal Haasan files Rajya Sabha nomination in Tamil Nadu with DMK support, amid fanfare for latest film release.
Makkal Needhi Maiam (MNM) President and actor Kamal Haasan filed his nomination for the Rajya Sabha at the Tamil Nadu secretariat in Chennai on Friday (June 6, 2025), in the presence of Chief Minister M.K. Stalin and Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin.
DMK allies — VCK leader Thirumavalavan, MDMK leader Vaiko and Tamil Nadu Congress President Selvaperundagai — were also present.
With the DMK allocating one Rajya Sabha seat to Makkal Needhi Maiam, its founder and actor Kamal Haasan was earlier named the candidate for the Upper House of Parliament.
In the 234-member Tamil Nadu Assembly, each candidate requires a minimum of 34 votes to clinch a Rajya Sabha seat. The DMK-led INDIA bloc, with 158 MLAs (DMK: 133, Congress: 17, VCK: 4, CPI: 2, CPM: 2), is poised to win four seats comfortably.
The ruling DMK has named its three candidates for the Rajya Sabha election scheduled for June 19 this year. According to a release of the DMK, Salma, Advocate P. Wilson, and S.R. Sivalingam are its candidates.
Actor Kamal Haasan launched his party in Madurai in 2018. MNM did not contest in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, instead campaigning for the DMK-led INDIA bloc in the State. In return, the DMK had promised a Rajya Sabha seat for the party. MNM had secured 2.62% of the votes in the 2021 State Assembly election.
Earlier on Thursday (June 5, 2025), Kamal Hassan’s latest film Thug Life was released to much fanfare.
Punjab and Haryana continued to reel under severe cold temperature, with Hissar being the lowest at 2.5 degrees Celsius.
Brett Lee is inducted into the Australian Cricket Hall of Fame, joining cricket legends like Ricky Ponting and Shane Warne.
In this year ender episode of Decode Karnataka, an annual tradition of sorts, we take stock of the events and developments that made news in 2025.
Explore the formation and unique features of the Aravalli Hills, highlighting their geological history and environmental impact.
Why closing the gender gap in STEM starts in the classroom
BJP claims Digvijay Singh's praise for BJP highlights dissent against Rahul Gandhi, criticizing his leadership and Congress's decline.
Congress leaders clash over Bengaluru demolition remarks, with AICC expressing concern over the handling of the eviction process.
Congress marks its 141st Foundation Day, celebrating its pivotal role in India's independence and nation-building efforts.
Congress leaders in Karnataka defend eviction actions in Kogilu Layout, criticizing Kerala's CM Pinarayi Vijayan for misinformation.
Kosovo votes on December 28, 2025, to resolve a political deadlock amid voter disillusionment and critical international funding challenges.
Eight wagons of a goods train derailed in Bihar, disrupting rail traffic on the Howrah-Patna-Delhi route; no casualties reported.
Two men arrested in Manipur with firearms and ammunition, including a 9mm pistol and various cartridges.
Zelenskyy meets Trump to discuss potential peace agreement as Russia-Ukraine war continues, amid escalating tensions and attacks.